demonstrate a comprehensive and high level of knowledge and understanding across the majority of topics assessed in this section.

The final examination paper is designed to give you a comprehensive opportunity to apply knowledge and skills in financial and management accounting, information systems, technical issues, concepts and issues, the historical development of accounting, quantitative and qualitative decision making, clear thinking and written communication skills, ethics and extant accounting issues.

 

Requirements

 

The final examination in this subject covers all topics and consists of one two hour paper with ten minutes reading time. You are permitted to write during the reading time.

 

Section A of the examination consists of 40 multiple choice questions each with five alternatives. Some questions require calculation. The questions cover the assigned chapters from the textbook, generic spread sheeting skills, the distance learning materials and any supplementary materials. Included in this section is a group of questions on worksheets. Section A will not focus on the subject readings.

 

Revision for Section A could include the multiple choice questions provided with the online learning materials, the quick check multiple choice questions at the end of each textbook chapter, the sample examination and multiple choice questions in MyAccountingLab.

 

Section A is weighted at 60% of the paper.

 

Section B is weighted at 40% and consists of two essays weighted at 20% each – choose 2 of 5. These questions will be based predominantly on the readings.

 

For the exam, students may use a silent, hand held, non-programmable calculator. Students will be required to record details regarding the calculator on the front of the examination paper.

 

A sample examination paper is provided in the Interact2 online learning materials and here ACC566 Sample Exam As pointed out in the subject outline, in order to achieve a passing grade in this subject, a student must attain a minimum passing standard in the overall total mark and the final examination.

Materials provided by the University Multiple Choice Answer Sheet, Writing Booklet. Materials required by the student Silent, non programmable calculator, blue or black pen for essays, 2B pencil for multiple choice.

Advice re essays

• Plan your essay structure
• Read the question carefully
• Answer the question
• Don’t quote unnecessarily
• Do refer to your readings when appropriate
• Check out references provided
• Plan your time
• Check out the readings and the sample exam paper

 

Possible essay areas

• Business communication, clear thinking, logical fallacies
• History of accounting
• Ethics, corporate collapses
• Accounting principles
• Spreadsheets in accounting

 

Marking Criteria

Section A is weighted as 60% of the total mark for the examination. No marks will be deducted for incorrect responses. Thus each question is weighted at 1.5%

Section B is weighted at 40% of the examination.

 

Possible essay topics include:

• Business communication, clear thinking, logical fallacies
• History of accounting Ethics, corporate collapses Accounting principles
• Spreadsheets, structure and functions

 

Marking Criteria Rubric Final Examination

This marking criteria rubric indicates how the various grades will be determined in this subject.

Your examination consists of two sections as outlines above. Your grade in the subject is a cumulative aggregate of the assignments and section A and section B of the exam. Note that in order to pass the subject you need to pass the final exam and pass overall. A pass is defined as 50%

Learning outcomes & tasks	High Distinction	Distinction	Credit	Pass
Learning Outcomes See the bold heading for each assignment task and the learning outcomes for this subject. The examination covers all topics in the subject. Part A 60% Answer multiple choice questions by selecting the correct option from the five alternatives to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the range of topics assessed in this section.	To meet this level of achievement you will attain an aggregate cumulative mark between 85%-100% for the examination and the assignments. In meeting this level you will demonstrate an exceptional and consistently high level of knowledge and understanding across the complete range of topics assessed in this section.	To meet this level you will attain an aggregate cumulative mark between 75%-84% for the examination and the assignments. Overall, in meeting this level you will demonstrate a comprehensive and high level of knowledge and understanding across the majority of topics assessed in this section.	To meet this level you will attain an aggregate cumulative mark between 65%-74% for the examination and the assignments. A mark in this range for section A indicates that you have often selected the correct answer from the available alternatives for each question. Overall, in meeting this level you will demonstrate a sound knowledge and understanding across the majority of the topics in this subject.	To meet this level you will attain an aggregate cumulative mark between 50%-64% for the examination and the assignments. Overall, in meeting this level you will demonstrate a basic knowledge and understanding across at least 50% of the topics in this subject.
Part B 40% 2 Essays     2 @ 20% Potential topic areas include: Business report writing, clear thinking and logical fallacies: History of accounting: Ethics and corporate collapses Accounting principles; Spreadsheets, structures and functions. Questions may require critical evaluation.	Be professionally presented with generally correct spelling and grammar. Include, where appropriate original analysis.Provide complete answers addressing all parts of the essay questions. Discuss the issues raised in questions. Provide examples where appropriate.	Be professionally presented with generally correct spelling and grammar. Include, where appropriate original thinking.Provide a majority complete answers addressing all parts of the essay questions. Discuss most of the issues raised in questions. Provide examples where appropriate.	Be legible and coherently presented with generally correct spelling and grammar. Include, where appropriate analysis.Provide mostly complete answers addressing most parts of the essay questions. Discuss many of the issues raised in questions. Provide some examples where appropriate.	Be legible and with mostly correct spelling and grammar Demonstrates coherent logical thinking. Provide adequate answers addressing some parts of the essay questions. Discuss some of the issues raised in questions Provide some examples where appropriate